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Stavros Center Programs, Workshops and Seminars

The Stavros Center hosts numerous professional development opportunities throughout the year for K-12 educators to assist them with implementing economic education and financial literacy curriculum into their classrooms. 

We look forward to having you join us for exciting professional development activities. Below you will find a list of current programs and workshops for educators. For more information about upcoming workshops and seminars, please contact us.

Every workshop has a Registration Survey. One week before the workshop you have registered for, you will receive a confirmation email that includes details and parking information. Additionally, a reminder is sent the day before. 


Spring 2024 Calendar at a glance:

  • Tuesday, January 16      Generative AI: Visuals and Presentations (Financial Literacy)       
  • Tuesday, January 30      Lights, Camera, Budget (Financial Literacy)   
  • Saturday, Feb 3        Joint USF/FSU Workshop (Financial Literacy)         
  • Tuesday, Feb 6        The Last Egret with Federal Reserve (Financial Literacy)
  • Thursday, Feb 15      Think Globally – Act Locally (Sustainability)
  • Thursday, Feb 22       Generative AI: Suites (Financial Literacy)             
  • Tuesday, Feb 27        PIE Day (Financial Literacy)
  • Thursday, Feb 29       Muma Entrepreneurship workshop (Entrepreneurship)
  • Tuesday, March 5       Florida History-Pascua Florida (Financial Literacy)
  • Thursday, March 7      Earth’s Natural Resources (Sustainability)
  • Wednesday, March 13     Orange County Public Schools Sustainability Workshop               
  • Tuesday, March 19      Egg-onomics (Financial Literacy)
  • Wednesday, March 20     Earth Day Your Way! (Sustainability)                                 
  • Thursday, March 21     Generative AI: Lessons and Ethics (Financial Literacy)
  • Tuesday, April 2       Elementary Themed (Financial Literacy)             
  • Thursday, April 4       Muma Entrepreneurship workshop (Entrepreneurship)
  • Tuesday, April 9        Florida Manufacturing with FLATE (Financial Literacy)
  • Thursday, April 18      SDG 2 End Hunger (Global Lit)
  • Tuesday, April 23       Interactive Graphing (Economics)
  • Thursday, April 25       Escape Room (Financial Literacy)                             
  • Thursday, May 2      Dinner, and a Movie

Current Open Registrations:

once upon a dime: Teaching Economics Through Children's Literature (elementary themed)

When: April 2, 2024

Where:  Raymond James Room, Upper Level USF Stavros Center (4111 USF Willow Dr. Tampa, Fl. 33620)

This workshop is designed for our elementary teachers, to weave economics and financial literacy standards into your existing curriculum. You will be able to explore ways to transform stories you already use into lessons on budget, entrepreneurship, opportunity costs, choice, supply and demand and more! Teachers will be divided into groups focusing on the standards for primary teachers and for intermediate teachers.  Our k-2 teachers will explore The Three Little Pigs, A Chair for Mother, and Bunny Money.  Our 3-5 teachers will look at Brave Girl, One Plastic Bag, and The Orange Shoes. Each group will have activities you can take back to your classroom.  It’s storybook cents!

THE FIRST 30 TO REGISTER  AND ATTEND THE WORKSHOP WILL RECEIVE A $50 STIPEND

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muma college of business and entreprenuership: Getting creative around Idea generation- speaker frank nunez

When: April 4, 2024; 5:30pm-8:30 pm

Where: Raymond James Room, Upper Level USF Stavros Center (4111 USF Willow Dr. Tampa, Fl. 33620)

For this session I'll be discussing the business development process from ideation-course curriculum- to scaling and launching the business. I'll provide insights for educators on how to make this into a streamlined process that helps them educate their students on entrepreneurship.

THE FIRST 30 TO REGISTER  AND ATTEND THE WORKSHOP WILL RECEIVE A $50 STIPEND

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Florida Manufacturing with F.L.A.T.E.* Workshop: Florida Advanced Technological Education Center

When: April 9, 2024; 5:50pm-8:30pm

Where: Raymond James Room, Upper Level USF Stavros Center (4111 USF Willow Dr. Tampa, Fl. 33620)

Join us for an engaging workshop with FLATE (Florida Advanced Technological Education Center), where the Stavros Center will equip teachers and students with invaluable resources for manufacturing career pathways. FLATE, a National Science Foundation Center of Excellence, provides essential best practices and resources to strengthen Florida's manufacturing workforce. Gain insights into FLATE's initiatives designed to showcase diverse career opportunities within the sector. Workshop objectives include highlighting profitable career pathways, providing access to FLATE's web portal for students' inspiration, fostering partnerships with industry professionals, empowering educators with effective integration strategies, and educating teachers on FLATE's pivotal role in advancing technical education.

THE FIRST 30 TO REGISTER  AND ATTEND THE WORKSHOP WILL RECEIVE A $50 STIPEND

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sustainable Development Goal#2 End hunger

When: April 18, 2024; 5:30pm-8:30pm

Where: Raymond James Room, Upper Level USF Stavros Center (4111 USF Willow Dr. Tampa, Fl. 33620)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the world? Join us for an enlightening workshop focused on one of the most pressing global challenges: eliminating hunger. As educators, we the have a unique opportunity to inspire and empower the next generation to make a difference in the world.

In this workshop, we’ll delve into the Sustainable Development Goal of eliminating hunger and explore practical strategies for integrating this vital topic into your curriculum. From understanding root causes to discovering innovative solutions, you’ll gain valuable insights and resources to engage your students in meaningful discussions and action-oriented projects.

Don’t miss this opportunity! Register now and join us in our mission to achieve a world in which no one goes to bed hungry.

THE FIRST 30 TO REGISTER  AND ATTEND THE WORKSHOP WILL RECEIVE A $50 STIPEND

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interactive graphing (economics):

When: April 23, 2024; 5:30pm-8:30pm

Where:  Raymond James Room, Upper Level USF Stavros Center (4111 USF Willow Dr. Tampa, Fl. 33620)

Bring a creative approach to graphing in your classroom! Get your students up and moving, instill teamwork, critical thinking and fun to economics or any graphing class! This workshop is tailored for high school teachers looking to revolutionize their teaching approach. Led by seasoned economics educators, this workshop offers a deep dive into innovative techniques to make graphing engaging and interactive. Gain hands-on experience with innovative tools and resources that will transform your graphing lessons. Explore dynamic strategies to get your students up and moving around the classroom! Take the "dismal" out of the "Dismal Science!" Learn how to captivate your students' attention and enhance their understanding of graphing concepts. This workshop is a must for teachers seeking to bring creativity and interactivity into their classrooms. Register now to secure your spot and embark on a journey to redefine graphing education! 

THE FIRST 30 TO REGISTER  AND ATTEND THE WORKSHOP WILL RECEIVE A $50 STIPEND

CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION SURVEY


PROMOTE FINANCIAL LITERACY THROUGH ESCAPE ROOMS:

When: April 25, 2024; 5:30pm-8:30pm

Where: Raymond James Room, Upper Level USF Stavros Center (4111 USF Willow Dr. Tampa, Fl. 33620)

Are you ready to revolutionize the way you teach financial literacy? Join us for an immersive workshop where you'll discover the power of escape rooms as dynamic tools for student engagement. You'll learn to craft captivating escape rooms tailored specifically for teaching financial literacy concepts. Escape rooms are not only fun and exciting but also highly effective in fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills among students. Participants will gain practical insights into designing immersive scenarios, developing challenging puzzles, and integrating essential financial literacy lessons seamlessly. Whether you're a seasoned educator or new to the concept, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and leave a lasting impact on your students. Don't miss out on this chance to transform your classroom into an interactive learning hub where financial literacy comes to life. Register now and embark on a journey to inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of financially savvy individuals. Unlock the potential of financial literacy education with escape rooms – sign up today!

THE FIRST 30 TO REGISTER  AND ATTEND THE WORKSHOP WILL RECEIVE A $50 STIPEND

CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION SURVEY


 

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